Good Evening San2222, thank you for such a lovely and encouraging reply. I am glad that you and averagejoe are such lovely TPF'ers. I really wanted to go outside my comfort zone and try something new. I tend to like something for it's beauty not realizing that it just may not work. Sometimes when someone is just rude it takes the joy out of owning that highly coveted piece and leaves you heart broken. Thank you once again. I will sleep on it and make a decision tomorrow. I thought about keeping them and simply wearing the studs with a plain back but it defeats the purpose of having a unique piece.
So sorry for the ramble. I wish I could be more unapologetic and not care about what others say. I am sure my hubby and daughter as well as family members would be more polite with how they felt if they did not like it. Hope you had a wonderful start to the new year and enjoy your lovely earrings. Take care and be well.